Our partner agencies and their mandates
Department of Finance (DOF)
- monitor the production and importation of biofuels through the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) and Bureau of Customs (BOC
Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and the Department of Agriculture (DA)
- shall coordinate in identifying and developing viable feedstock for the production of biofuels.
- the DOST, through PCIERD shall develop and implement a research and development program in biofuel production and utilization technology.
- Publish and promote related technologies developed locally and abroad.
Department of Agriculture (DA)
- Develop a national program for the production of crops for use as feedstock supply.
- Develop and implement policies supporting the NBB and submit the same to the Secretary of DA (SRA, PCA and other DA attached agencies)
- Ensure increased productivity and sustainable supply of biofuel feedstocks.
- Publish information on available and suitable areas for cultivation and production of such crops.
Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE)
- Promote gainful livelihood opportunities and facilitate productive employment through effective employment services and regulation.
- Ensure the access of workers to productive resources and social protection coverage;
- Recommends plans, policies and programs that will enhance the social impact of the Philippine’s Biofuel Program.
Tariff Commission
- Create and classify a tariff line for biofuels and biofuel blends in consideration of WTO and AFTA
Local Government Units (LGUs)
- Assist the DOE in monitoring the distribution, sale and use of biofuels and biofuel-blends
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